Double-Flowering Crape Jasmine
Best fragrant evergreen for creating lush, heat-tolerant privacy screens.
This heat-tolerant, upright evergreen shrub features dense coverage of large, shiny, deep green leaves. It produces clusters of sweetly fragrant, frilly, bright white, waxy flowers that are most fragrant in the evening. The pinwheel-shaped blooms appear throughout spring and summer, making it an excellent choice for creating a lush tropical screen or an effective hedge at the edge of a patio. It thrives with regular watering and benefits from pruning after flowering to maintain shape.
$22.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2690
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-47%
Below average
Foliage Type
Evergreen
/ Evergreen
Who it's for
- Gardeners prioritizing consistent, lush greenery throughout the growing season
- Landscape designers seeking elegant, high-impact floral textures
- Homeowners wanting fragrant evening ambiance near outdoor living spaces
Who should skip it
- Families with curious pets or small children
- Gardeners living in regions with freezing winter temperatures
- Busy plant owners preferring low-maintenance, pest-resistant varieties
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
Evening blooms deliver a powerful, sweet scent that anchors garden spaces.
Heat resilience
Maintains structural integrity and lush foliage even during intense summer heat.
Visual appeal
Glossy green leaves provide a sophisticated backdrop for frilly white flowers.
Maintenance ease
Requires consistent moisture and seasonal pruning to keep its upright shape.
Landscape versatility
Functions perfectly as a dense privacy screen or a patio hedge.
Growth predictability
Steady development ensures reliable coverage without overwhelming smaller garden footprints.
Key Specs
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Family Name
Toad Tree
Mature Height
8 feet
Mature Width
8 feet
Light Needs
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Pruning Time
After Flowering
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Available Sizes
1 gallon, 2 gallon, 5 gallon
Features
- Produces clusters of sweetly fragrant, waxy white flowers
- Heavenly scent is most pronounced during the evening hours
- Features large, shiny, deep green leaves
- Excellent heat tolerance for reliable performance
- Versatile use as a lush tropical screen or hedge plant
- Medium growth rate supports steady landscape integration
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Double Flowering Crape Jasmine upon arrival. Reviewers note the plants are robust, healthy, and well established, reflecting Monrovia's premium reputation. The primary delight stems from the reliable, abundant double blooms and the intense, sweet fragrance. While the price point is higher, consumers feel the superior health and consistent performance justify the investment, making it a highly valued addition to the garden.
Know before you buy
This shrub is versatile and performs well in both full sun and partial shade. For the best bloom production, ensure it receives at least a few hours of direct light daily.
You should prune your Crape Jasmine immediately after it finishes flowering. This helps maintain its shape and encourages healthy growth for the following season.
Yes, its dense, upright growth habit and evergreen foliage make it an excellent choice for a tropical screen or hedge. At maturity, it reaches about 8 feet in both height and width, providing substantial coverage.
This plant prefers average to moist soil conditions. It is important to maintain a consistent watering schedule, especially during hot, dry spells, to keep the foliage lush and the flowers healthy.
While the blooms are beautiful at all times, their sweet, waxy scent is most pronounced during the evening hours. It is a perfect choice for planting near patios or seating areas where you spend time in the late afternoon and night.
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